japanese catmint
Searching for "japanese catmint" in New Zealand? Whether you're looking for a lush perennial to brighten up your garden or hoping to attract bees and beneficial insects, Japanese catmint is a popular choice for gardeners who love beautiful, low-maintenance plants. While "japanese catmint" isn’t a widely recognised common name for a specific Nepeta species, many gardeners use this term to describe a variety of ornamental catmints known for their elegant foliage, long flowering season, and aromatic leaves. On this page, we’ll help you understand the features, benefits, and best uses for Japanese catmint, as well as introduce you to related catmint varieties perfect for Kiwi gardens.
Ligustrum Rotundifolium (Ligustrum japonicum)
Ligustrum japonicum Rotundifolium, commonly known as Japanese Privet, grows as a small, compact, rounded bush and carries glossy, dark green leaves which have a unique curl. Clusters of cream-coloured flowers are borne in summer and are a lovely feature as it grows to 1.5 m tall and 1 m wide. Ligustrum Rotundifolium is often clipped into hedge, added to a mixed planting, maintained in a container, or used to provide architectural interest.
Nepeta 'Six Hills Giant' (Catmint)
Nepeta 'Six Hills Giant' is a vigorous perennial prized for its aromatic foliage and abundant lavender blue flowers that bloom from late spring through summer. Taller than most Catmints, this variety creates a soft, flowing effect in NZ gardens, attracting bees and butterflies in abundance. Its drought tolerance and low maintenance needs make it ideal for both cottage and modern landscapes. 'Six Hills Giant' delivers colour, fragrance, and resilience with ease.
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